Pray for our families, our country, and our world.
For each day of the year, we have a history note about something related to that date and a suggested prayer idea. You can find posts by date or by topic. Read more about this project.
December 28: Lumière Brothers Film Debut (1895)
Pray that you would exercise wise moderation in the type and amount of video content you consume.
December 20: Debut of “It’s a Wonderful Life” (1946)
Pray for each person to recognize the eternal value of his or her life.
November 4: Birthday of Will Rogers (1879)
Pray for people who help others think (and laugh) about the news.
October 25: Birthday of Sarah Cannon (1912)
Pray for comedians to use laughter to bring refreshment and hope.
August 4: Birthday of Louis Armstrong (1901)
Pray for people who innovate and explore new musical styles.
July 17: Opening of Disneyland (1955)
Pray for people who design, build, and work at amusement parks.
June 29: Fire Destroys the Globe Theatre (1613)
Pray for actors, stagehands, playwrights, musicians, and others involved with live theater performances.
June 3: Publication of “Casey at the Bat”
Pray for athletes to show good sportsmanship, even when they lose.
May 20: Birthday of Jimmy Stewart (1908)
Pray for people who make movies to help viewers focus on what is true, right, pure, lovely, and admirable.